Bad Boy
by Diana Wieler
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A teenage boy named Kevin is sent to live with his aunt and uncle, where he encounters a troubled boy named Michael.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive situations and discussions occur between teens.
Physical altercations and threats are depicted.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
References to past substance use are made.
Themes of emotional distress and potential self-harm are explored.
No scary elements are present in this book.
No occult elements are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The book explores complex social issues without a clear moral compass.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face difficult situations with some bravery.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and loyalty are tested and shown.
Some characters show empathy and understanding.
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